Karachi Rains: PDMA Declares Emergency, Citizens Advised to Use Helplines

Karachi has been battered by continuous heavy rainfall for several hours, plunging many parts of the city into crisis. Major roads and residential areas remain waterlogged, resulting in severe traffic congestion and numerous vehicles breaking down across the metropolis.

Low-lying neighborhoods are the hardest hit, where accumulated rainwater has made mobility difficult for residents. In light of the worsening conditions, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh has declared a rain emergency in Karachi, urging citizens to “avoid unnecessary travel” and to promptly seek assistance from the relevant departments during emergencies.

Emergency Helplines for Public Assistance

To ensure swift response and facilitate residents, PDMA and other authorities have released multiple emergency helplines:

• PDMA Sindh Emergency Operation Center: 021-99332003, 021-99332005, 021-35381810, 0335-5557362, Helpline: 1736
• Army Flood Control Center Karachi: 1135, 021-34491082, 021-99247267, 021-99207795
• Sindh Rangers: Helpline 1101, WhatsApp: 0347-9001111
• Edhi Information: 115, 021-32340066, 021-32340077
• Police Helpline: 15, 021-99212652, 021-99212634
• K-Electric Complaints: 118
• Commissioner Control Room: 021-99203443, 021-99205634
• DC South Control Room: 021-99202822, 0346-3202130
• Motorway Police: 9909

Vehicle Assistance Services

• Car Tow: 0300-2481926, 0300-2097203
• Tow Truck: 0300-5725555
• Tow Service: 0300-2990824
• Mechanics: 0315-3761182, 0314-2284875, 0323-6216465

Safety Advisory for Citizens

Authorities have strongly advised residents to:

• “Avoid unnecessary travel” during the rain emergency.
• Refrain from driving through waterlogged streets.
• Stay clear of electric poles and exposed wires.
• Immediately contact the designated helplines in case of emergency.

The Sindh government, along with local administration, is actively monitoring the situation and has appealed to citizens to follow official guidelines and cooperate with rescue and emergency teams.